How to bid on Oakland CBOC Activation Police Radio Equipment for the VA

What the VA is buying and why it matters

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is looking for companies that can provide Motorola APX NEXT all-band portable police radios and XVP830 remote speaker microphones. This equipment is for the San Francisco VA Health Care System in San Francisco, California. The VA is also open to considering equal products that meet or exceed the specified requirements.

This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a solicitation for a purchase. The VA is gathering information to understand the market and identify potential suppliers. Responding to an RFI can help position your company for future solicitations related to this need.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This RFI was published on September 11, 2026. Responses are due by September 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. This deadline is for submitting your information to the VA.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers or distributors of radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment. Specifically, firms that can supply Motorola APX NEXT all-band portable radios and XVP830 remote speaker microphones, or equivalent products, should consider responding. The VA is particularly interested in responses from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB).

The relevant NAICS code is 334220, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, and the PSC is 5820, Radio and Television Communication Equipment.

How to respond

To access the opportunity, click on the "View original source" link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since this is an RFI, focus on providing clear and concise information about your company's capabilities and how your products meet or exceed the specified requirements. If offering an equal product, clearly detail how it matches the salient characteristics of the Motorola APX NEXT and XVP830.

Highlight any past experience providing similar equipment to government agencies or large organizations. If your company is an SDVOSB or VOSB, ensure this is clearly stated in your response. Pay close attention to any specific instructions for formatting or content within the RFI document itself.